Jobs UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO BOULDER

Utility and Energy Services is responsible for the design, operation, maintenance, and repair of the campus’s energy generation and distribution infrastructure for steam (heating), chilled water (cooling), and electricity. We provide the campus community with reliable utility services in an efficient and environmentally responsible manner and offer measurement, line locating, performance engineering, regulatory and data management services.

Operate Heating, Cooling, and Power Generation Equipment

• Operate and configure plant equipment at multiple sites to maintain utilities supplied to the campus in a safe, reliable and efficient manner by following procedures, policies and accepted engineering practices and being knowledgeable on plant equipment and operating methods. Plan, problem-solve, and take corrective actions for off-normal conditions that could jeopardize equipment, supplied utilities, or the health and safety of personnel or campus assets. District Energy and Satellite Plant Systems to operate include: Combined Heat & Power (CHP) system (aka cogeneration system) consisting of dual fuel combustion gas turbine generators (CTG), Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSG), Steam Turbine Generator (STG), dual fuel boilers, electric driven centrifugal chillers, cooling towers, and all related auxiliary equipment.

Monitor and Make Adjustments to Plant Equipment and Processes

• Conduct routine inspections and log equipment parameters at multiple sites to ensure plant systems are being operated properly. Perform chemical analysis (including adding chemicals to water used in the heating, cooling, and power generation systems) and make adjustments as necessary. Align with applicable permits, contractual agreements, operating procedures, policies, and safety practices.
• Oversee operation of DIST systems including load management of university 15kV MicroGrid, Chilled Water (CHW) loop, and Steam Distribution system.
• Monitor and assist in observation of building metered demands and consumption.
• May need to operate a university vehicle to complete duties.

Maintain and Repair Equipment

• Perform troubleshooting and initial Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of equipment failures and operational upsets. Complete minor repairs and preventative maintenance.

Plant Safety and Security

• Administer and control lock-outs/tag-outs (LOTO) of equipment with maintenance personnel and Contractors.
• Control physical access in and around the plant. Monitor process and supervisory control network activity. Make proper notifications when plant physical or control network security is compromised.
• Attend all safety training and meetings.

Maintain Plant Cleanliness

• Ensure plant and equipment is free of dirt, clutter and debris. Paint plant components where required.

• Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This is shift work and requires working evenings, weekends, holidays, and high-volume overtime schedules and is subject to the on-call policy. This is an essential services position, and is required to respond after hours during emergencies and report to work for regular assigned shift during emergency campus closures.
• The incumbent can enhance their number of days off by working 12-hour shifts.
• These positions typically work 14-16 days or nights per month.

This full-time position is eligible for the following benefits:

• EcoPass for free RTD rides.
• Paid days off: 14.6 vacation days, 10 sick leave days, and 11 holidays.
• Access to Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement for yourself or a dependent.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• A 10% employer contribution retirement plan.
• Opportunity for career growth!

The salary rate for this role is $68,681.60 annually. Candidates are eligible to receive up to two 5% increases in base pay once required system-specific certifications are completed. There is a 14% night shift differential, a 20% weekend shift differential, and 1.5 time pay for working holidays.

• Ability to work independently and in a team setting.
• Strong ability to tackle problems.
• An ability to take initiative and display self-motivation.
• Able to remain level-headed should an emergency arise.
• Possess the ability to perform the physical aspects of this role, including balancing, climbing stairs and ladders, crawling, exposure to weather, and kneeling.

• Experience operating the following: Combustion Gas Turbines, HRSGs, Electric Chillers, and Steam Boilers, High voltage distribution switchgear, or Chilled water distribution systems.
• Qualified DCS operator.
• Qualified Boiler operator.
• Some formal education in Power plant operations/maintenance.